At the Swedish Medical Products Agency, we make a difference together. In life and for life. We work for the health of people and animals, for a better Sweden today and in the future. If you are looking for an exciting and developing job and have previous experience in project management and pharmaceuticals, you may be just the person we are looking for. You will join a team with a broad scope of work that includes both project and change management as well as IT development. The work is carried out in collaboration with individuals with various competencies across different parts of the organization. Additionally, the tasks often involve collaboration with other national authorities and partnerships within the EU.
Our Operations
The Licensing Department's mission is to promote safe and effective medicines through licensing, advice, and information. The department consists of approximately 370 employees and has a staff of nine led by a unit manager.
The staff's role is to assist the director with operational support for the management, coordination, and follow-up of the operations.
Your Responsibilities
Your primary assignment and responsibility will be to operationally lead, drive, and coordinate projects and assignments that often take place in cross-functional working groups. The content of the projects may vary over time and be linked to both internal and external assignments. Examples of tasks that may be relevant include:
• Leading and reporting on government assignments,
• Implementing new regulations,
• Coordinating internal development activities regarding processes and working methods, and
• Leading efficiency and change initiatives.
The tasks are carried out independently and involve, in addition to project management and coordination, personal work within the framework of the assignment. The work includes a high degree of collaboration, both internally and externally, with other authorities and stakeholders, as well as responsibility for implementing external communication efforts related to the assignment.
Your Background
We are looking for someone with a university degree relevant to the work. You have experience working as a project manager in knowledge-intensive operations within Life Science. You have documented experience in driving projects from start to finish, possess a good ability to quickly familiarize yourself with new areas of work, and have solid knowledge in driving business development. Experience with IT components and/or relevant experience from working in a government agency is an advantage.
The tasks require you to express yourself well in both Swedish and English, both verbally and in writing. You have the ability to compile and present information in an accessible manner.
Your Personal Qualities
You who are applying:
• Have strong leadership qualities characterized by collaboration, goal focus, and good communication skills,
• Enjoy working both independently and in a group, take the initiative to establish new contacts, and create good, long-term relationships,
• Have the ability to work cross-functionally on multiple projects simultaneously,
• Are generous, share your experiences, and contribute to a good working environment,
• Are persistent and have a good ability to independently initiate, plan, prioritize, drive, and complete commitments,
• Have a genuine interest in developing and conveying knowledge in the field of pharmaceuticals.
We place great importance on personal suitability.
Good to Know
Application deadline: 2025-12-12
Employment type: Permanent
Start date: By agreement
Unit: Licensing Staff
Reference number: 2.4.1-2025-098054
We apply a 6-month probationary period.
We value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds.
At the Swedish Medical Products Agency, you will have good conditions for work-life balance. We offer, among other things, flexible working hours, favorable vacation terms, wellness benefits, and wellness activities during working hours. To the extent that the tasks allow, there is the possibility to work partially remotely by agreement with your manager.
Read more about the benefits you receive with us here: https://www.lakemedelsverket.se/sv/om-lakemedelsverket/jobba-pa-lakemedelsverket/formaner-hos-oss
The Swedish Medical Products Agency is a preparedness authority, which means that we conduct certain background checks in connection with recruitments. During a potential interview, you will need to verify your identity and present your degree certificate and relevant credentials. All permanent staff at the Swedish Medical Products Agency are designated for military service within the agency.
Contact
You are welcome to contact unit manager Åsa Müssener. You can also reach out to the union representatives Krister Halldin, Saco, and Pia Wictor, ST. We can all be reached at phone number 018-17 46 00 or by email at
[email protected].
More about the Swedish Medical Products Agency
You may not think about the Swedish Medical Products Agency often, but we can promise that you encounter us in your daily life. The results of what we do are evident in pharmacies, hospitals, at the veterinarian, and in your bathroom cabinet. We ensure that you and everyone else in Sweden have access to safe and effective medicines and medical devices, from band-aids and pregnancy tests to walkers and apps. We do